What is the cheapest way to get from Flagstaff to Oakland?

The cheapest way to get from Flagstaff to Oakland is to drive which costs $130 - $200 and takes 12h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Flagstaff to Oakland?

The fastest way to get from Flagstaff to Oakland is to fly which takes 5h and costs $80 - $320.

Is there a direct bus between Flagstaff and Oakland?

No, there is no direct bus from Flagstaff station to Oakland. However, there are services departing from Flagstaff Bus Station and arriving at Oakland via Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Flagstaff and Oakland?

No, there is no direct train from Flagstaff to Oakland. However, there are services departing from Flagstaff and arriving at Oakland via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 57m.

How far is it from Flagstaff to Oakland?

The distance between Flagstaff and Oakland is 653 miles. The road distance is 749.1 miles.

How do I travel from Flagstaff to Oakland without a car?

The best way to get from Flagstaff to Oakland without a car is to bus which takes 19h 35m and costs $140 - $280.

How long does it take to get from Flagstaff to Oakland?

It takes approximately 5h to get from Flagstaff to Oakland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Flagstaff to Oakland bus from?

Flagstaff to Oakland bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Flagstaff Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Flagstaff to Oakland train from?

Flagstaff to Oakland train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Flagstaff station.

Train, bus or fly from Flagstaff to Oakland?

The best way to get from Flagstaff to Oakland is to fly which takes 5h and costs $80 - $320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $140 - $280 and takes 19h 35m, you could also train, which costs $320 - $700 and takes 23h 57m.

Where does the Flagstaff to Oakland bus arrive?

Flagstaff to Oakland bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Where does the Flagstaff to Oakland train arrive?

Flagstaff to Oakland train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Flagstaff to Oakland?

Yes, the driving distance between Flagstaff to Oakland is 749 miles. It takes approximately 12h 18m to drive from Flagstaff to Oakland.

How do I get a train ticket from Flagstaff to Oakland?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Flagstaff to Oakland?

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Where can I stay near Oakland?

There are 789+ hotels available in Oakland.

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There are 8 ways to get from Flagstaff to Oakland by plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, subway, shuttle, or bus

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Fly Flagstaff to San Francisco International Airport
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1. Fly from Flagstaff (FLG) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane FLG - SFO
5h
$80–311
Bus
1. Take the bus from Flagstaff Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US1210
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Oaklandbus Greyhound US0831 / ...
19h 35m
$144–278
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Flagstaff to Los Angelestrain Southwest Chief
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oaklandtrain Coast Starlight
23h 57m
$329–668
Drive 744.8 mi
1. Drive from Flagstaff to Oaklandcar 744.8 mi
12h 18m
$136–197
Fly Flagstaff to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, BART
1. Fly from Flagstaff (FLG) to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC)plane FLG - SJC
2. Take the subway from Milpitas to 12th Street / Oakland City Centersubway
5h 52m
$104–450
Shuttle to Phoenix, fly to Oakland International Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from Flagstaff Amtrak to Sky Harbor International Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane PHX - OAK
5h 56m
$566–639
Shuttle to Phoenix, fly to San Francisco International Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from Flagstaff Amtrak to Sky Harbor International Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane PHX - SFO
6h 13m
$333–1,146
Bus, BART
1. Take the bus from Flagstaff Amtrak Station to Phoenix Denny's Deer Valleybus
2. Take the bus from Phoenix to San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephantbus
3. Take the subway from Berryessa / North San Jose to 12th Street / Oakland City Centersubway
23h 17m
$162–255

Flagstaff to Oakland by bus

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Distance: 649.3 mi
Duration: 5h

What companies run services between Flagstaff, AZ, USA and Oakland, CA, USA?

American Airlines and Alaska Airlines, Inc. fly from Flagstaff (FLG) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Flagstaff Bus Station to Oakland via Los Angeles Union Station in around 19h 35m.

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